Achieve victory for all time.
Achieve victory for all time.
Hello everyone, I had an idea. Microsoft uses a unique key for Windows 10 that isn’t tied to the original hardware from Windows 8.1. If I need to install Windows 10 on another machine (or if the hardware changes), I’d have to purchase a new copy. Here’s my plan: In a few weeks, I’ll reinstall Windows 8 with the disk and upgrade it to Windows 10. Then I’ll clone it onto a USB drive, keeping it safe. When I decide to reinstall everything again—hardware included—I’ll clone it back onto a fresh SSD. The issue is that the license might detect hardware changes and deactivate automatically. My question: How can I get Windows 10 after the 29th next year using a Windows 8 disk and an ISO, without spending another 60 dollars on Windows 10 Pro? (That’s what I’m considering right now.)
Regards, EMENCII
In short, if you face activation issues after replacing hardware, contact Microsoft and inform them the device failed and was swapped.
He wants to know if his Windows 10 license ties to his physical device, meaning a major hardware change like a new motherboard would necessitate purchasing the operating system once more.
In short... After a year, I’d still be stuck with Windows 8’s storage.